CDL Hazmat DOT Delivery Driver

Description

For nearly 50 years, Associated Couriers has been answering the call to create a healthier world. From life sciences to healthcare logistics, our global team is committed to delivering the most time-critical diagnostics and therapies worldwide. We lead our industry with unparalleled expertise, continuously advancing effective processes, protocols, and procedures while prioritizing our patients’ well-being. Associated Couriers prides itself on providing unmatched logistics excellence that enables our customers to deliver lifesaving diagnostics and therapies to their patients anywhere in the world.

We are looking to add a new addition to our team as a Full-Time Hazmat DOT Delivery Driver in Elk Grove Village, IL!

A CDL Hazmat DOT Delivery Driver ensures time sensitive products are delivered on time and in the proper condition. This person will be responsible for loads products onto vans before delivering orders to customers on predetermined routes. Except in the case of extenuating circumstances, drivers will always adhere exactly to the route and deliver each order on time and with a high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Comply with ICC and FMSCA regulations daily
• Transport freight from distribution to delivery site without error
• Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Completes Hazardous Material shipping orders papers in accordance with DOT/TC Regulations
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Load and unload freight to and from vehicle using safety perimeters that are put into place
• Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Track and report working hours
• Responsible for counting and recording quantities and styles of product delivered and picked up to ensure accurate paperwork for customer transactions
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Provide a high standard of Customer Service while delivering goods to customers
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management
  
  

Schedule

This role requires a flexible schedule that may change week-to-week based on business needs, with a specific need for Friday availability. Flexibility is essential, and additional details will be provided during the interview process.

Pay: $24-$26 per hour, based on prior experience and CDL class.

Requirements

Skills Required:

• Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws
• Strong time management and customer service skills
• Keen attention to detail skills
• Strong commitment to safety
• Excellent navigational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Use handheld device for routing information, customer delivery information
  
  

Travel & Work Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Exposure to weather elements when outside or driving
• Ability to walk, drive, lift, and carry heavy items for extended periods
• Travel up to 20% if needed
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A current DOT medical card (if you do not hold an active DOT Med card you will be required to have one prior to your first day if selected)
• Has CDL Class A or B with Hazmat endorsement with no more than 2 moving violations or at-fault accidents in the last 3 years
• Ability to pass a DOT drug test to meet FMSCA requirements preferred
• 1 year of delivery experience is preferred, but not required
  
  

Work Authorization

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future
  
  

What We Offer

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire
• 401(k) with match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid and optional Life Insurance
• Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization
  
  

Associated Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.